Reader is a desktop-oriented local reader: manage your own book sources and bookshelf, read local books and subscribe to RSS, and customize the reading interface the way you like. It is a cross-platform desktop port of Legado (Read 3.0), supporting Windows, macOS and Linux, built with Rust, Tauri v2 and Vue 3.
Publisher’s description
What is Reader?
Reader by hadc188 is open-source Windows software in the e-book readers category. It is written in Rust.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.6.0, released on October 24, 2026. The version history goes back to August 10, 2026: 18 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (hadc188/reader) has 96 stars. Similar programs include calibre, SumatraPDF and Sigil.
Project description on GitHub: “「阅读3.0」（Legado）的桌面版，支持 Windows、macOS 和 Linux，使用 Rust、Tauri v2 与 Vue 3 构建。”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: Reader is an open-source e-book reader tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Reader safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
41F16E5DBB160B84AFFBC58FCED96D666080C25CC550C880FA27639EB948FD43· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 18 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6.0Latest | October 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.9 | October 22, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.8 | October 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.7 | October 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.6 | October 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.5 | October 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.4 | October 12, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.5.3 | October 11, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id hadc188.Reader -eReader-v1.6.0-windows-x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- hadc188
- Category
- E-book readers
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/hadc188/reader
- Written in
- Rust
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.6.0
- Released
- October 24, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- August 19, 2026
- Versions listed
- 18
- GitHub stars
- 96
- GitHub forks
- 16
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- hadc188.Reader
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Frequently asked questions
Is Reader free?
Yes. Reader is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Reader safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Reader with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Reader be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Reader run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Reader?
The versions page lists all 18 versions with links to their official installer files, back to August 10, 2026.
Can I use Reader without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Reader?
calibre, SumatraPDF, Sigil, BlueGriffon and Kindle Comic Converter. The alternatives page compares them.
